1. The Temptations … Read Full Bio ↴The Temptations may refer to at least two groups
1. The Temptations are an American Motown singing group whose repertoire has included doo-wop, soul, psychedelia, funk, disco, rnb, and adult contemporary. Formed in Detroit, Michigan in 1960 as The Elgins. The group, known for its finely tuned choreography, distinct harmonies, and stylish suits, has been said to be as influential to soul as The Beatles are to rock. Having sold an estimated 22 million albums by 1982, The Temptations are one of the most successful groups in black music history and were the definitive male vocal group of the 1960s. In addition, they have the second-longest tenure on Motown (behind Stevie Wonder), as they were with the label for a total of 40 years: 16 years from 1961 to 1977, and 24 more from 1980 to 2004 (from 1977 to 1980, they were signed to Atlantic Records). As of 2005, The Temptations continue to perform for Universal Records with only one original member, founder Otis Williams, in its lineup.
Like its sister group The Supremes, The Temptations' lineup has changed frequently over the years. The original group included members of two local Detroit vocal groups: second tenor/baritone Otis Williams, first tenor Elbridge Bryant and bass Melvin Franklin from The Distants; and first tenor/falsetto Eddie Kendricks and second tenor/baritone Paul Williams (no relation to Otis) from The Primes. Among the most notable future Temptations were lead singers David Ruffin and Dennis Edwards (both of whom became successful Motown solo artists after leaving the group, as did Kendricks), Richard Street (another former Distant), Damon Harris, Ron Tyson, Ali-Ollie Woodson, Theo Peoples, and G.C. Cameron.
Over the course of their career, The Temptations have released four number-one pop hit singles and 14 number-one R&B hit singles, and their material has earned them three Grammy Awards. Most of the early Temptations hits, including "The Way You Do the Things You Do", "My Girl", and "Get Ready" were written and produced by Smokey Robinson and other members of The Miracles, while composer/producer Norman Whitfield and lyricists Eddie Holland and Barrett Strong crafted most of the group's later hits, including "Ain't Too Proud to Beg", "I Wish It Would Rain", "Cloud Nine", "I Can't Get Next to You", "Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)", and "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone".
2. There was also a 50s doo-wop group from New York named the Temptations. They are best remembered for their 1960 top 40 hit "Barbara. After this hit, lead singer Neil Stevens went solo.
Hoops Of Fire
The Temptations Lyrics
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Losing you would be unbearable
For you woman, I'd go through hoops of fire
Somethings are impossible
'Cause some folks never try
Some folks see an obstacle
And they never get by
I used to be that way before
I met you, baby
But the force of your gentle touch
Too much is not enough for me
Whoa, I'll go through hoops of fire
I'll do anything
(Anything)
To get close to you
I'll go through hoops of fire
To prove to you
(To prove to you)
That no one else will do
And nothing can keep me from you
No, no, no, no, baby
Finding you was incredible
In every way, you show me why
(Why girl)
Losing you would be unbearable
I'd lose the meaning you've brought to my life
You've done for me
What no one else could ever do
Through your love I've got the strength
To face up to anything
God, I'm telling you the truth
I would go through
(Hoops of fire)
To prove to you
(To prove to you)
That no one else will do
(Nothing)
Nothing
(Will keep me)
Keep me from you
I'll take a chance
I'd risk it all
I'll get back on my feet
If I should happen to fall
It's all because of you
That I am what I am
I'll get down on my knees
If you ask me to, don't you know
I'd go through
(Hoops)
Oh yes I will baby
(Of fire)
Whoa, I'll do anything
(Anything)
To get close to you
(Ah hoops)
Ah my, my, my, my, my, my, my, baby
(Of fire)
Oh yes I will, I'll prove to you
(Prove to you)
That no one else is gonna do
No
(Nothing)
Nothing
(Could keep me)
Is gonna keep me from you, baby, baby
(Oh oh, hoops of fire)
I'll go through hoops of fire
Oh I'll do anything
(Anything)
To get close to you, baby
The lyrics in The Temptations's song Hoops Of Fire is a passionate declaration of love and commitment. The singer expresses how finding the love of his life has transformed him and given him the strength to conquer any obstacle. Losing the woman he loves is not an option for him, and he is determined to do whatever it takes to keep her in his life. Even in the face of challenges, he is willing to go through "hoops of fire" to prove his love and devotion.
The lyrics suggest that the singer was once someone who shied away from challenges or obstacles. However, meeting his true love and experiencing her love and support has empowered him to face whatever comes his way, including "hoops of fire." He finds his partner's love to be a source of strength that has given him the ability to rise to any occasion, and he is grateful for the transformation that he has undergone.
In conclusion, The Temptations's song Hoops Of Fire is a passionate tribute to the transformative power of love. Through the lyrics, the singer declares his unwavering commitment to his partner, even in times of difficulty. The song celebrates the ability of true love to empower individuals to face and overcome obstacles, and the words are a testament to the incredible transformation that love can bring about.
Line by Line Meaning
Finding you was incredible
Meeting you was a life-changing experience
Losing you would be unbearable
Losing you would devastate me
For you woman, I'd go through hoops of fire
I would do anything to be with you
Somethings are impossible
Some things are unattainable
'Cause some folks never try
Because some people don't put in the effort
Some folks see an obstacle
Some people are discouraged by obstacles
And they never get by
And they fail because of it
I used to be that way before
I used to be one of those people
I met you, baby
Until I met you
But the force of your gentle touch
But the power of your love
Too much is not enough for me
There is not enough of your love that I can have
Whoa, I'll go through hoops of fire
I will do anything, no matter how difficult
I'll do anything
I will do whatever it takes
(Anything)
To get close to you
To be near you
I'll go through hoops of fire
I will overcome any obstacles
To prove to you
To show you
(To prove to you)
That no one else will do
That no one else can replace you
And nothing can keep me from you
Nothing will separate us
No, no, no, no, baby
In every way, you show me why
You have shown me the meaning of life
(Why girl)
You've done for me
You have done for me
What no one else could ever do
What no one else was able to do
Through your love I've got the strength
Your love gives me strength
To face up to anything
To tackle anything
God, I'm telling you the truth
This is the truth, I swear to God
I would go through
I will overcome any obstacle
(Hoops of fire)
To prove to you
To show you
(To prove to you)
That no one else will do
That you are irreplaceable
(Nothing)
Nothing
(Will keep me)
Keep me from you
Separate us
I'll take a chance
I will take a risk
I'd risk it all
I would risk everything
I'll get back on my feet
I will recover from any setback
If I should happen to fall
If I should experience failure
It's all because of you
It's all thanks to you
That I am what I am
That I am the person I am today
I'll get down on my knees
I will humbly plead
If you ask me to, don't you know
If you should ask me to, you know
(Ah hoops)
Ah my, my, my, my, my, my, my, baby
(Of fire)
Oh yes I will, I'll prove to you
Oh yes, I will demonstrate my love for you
(Prove to you)
That no one else is gonna do
That no one else is worthy of your love
(No)
Nothing
(Nothing)
Is gonna keep me
Will separate me
(Keep me from you, baby, baby)
From you, my love
(Oh oh, hoops of fire)
I'll go through hoops of fire
I will do anything to be with you
Oh I'll do anything
(Anything)
To get close to you, baby
To be near you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, BIRD WINS PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CARROLL, FRANZEL, OSOFF, JEFFREY FRANZEL, NINA OSSOFF, PORTER CARROLL JR., JEFFREY B FRANZEL
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